Most same sex wedding venues in NSW don't advertise themselves as such, because most reception venues (certainly the ones on this site) are naturally inclusive of all love and don't think to mention it. But if you're specifically searching for LGBT wedding venues, it would be mighty helpful to know which venues are jumping up & down with their hand in the air to host gay and lesbian weddings. Which is why we've created this list.
All of the ceremony and reception venues on this list are LGBTQIA friendly and welcome gay marriages in all denominations. From coastal resorts to regional farms to secret urban locations, NSW has loads of gay and lesbian friendly wedding venues and they are more than a little bit excited to host same sex weddings on their grounds.
If you're looking for a place to get married where warmth, acceptance and love prevail, the below wedding venues are the places for you. All of these ceremony and reception venues actively promote themselves as same sex wedding venues (if not on their own website, then on others) and almost all have already had the pleasure of marrying gay and lesbian couples in their spaces.
Finding the perfect wedding venue can be one of the most difficult planning tasks of any wedding, but armed with this list your venue hunt is off to a cracking start. In no particular order, here are the most recommended same sex friendly wedding venues in NSW.
LGBT Wedding Venues in NSW
Blue Mountains Venues
Byron Bay Venues
Central Coast Venues
Hunter Valley Venues
Illawarra Venues
Newcastle Venues
North Coast Venues
Riverina Venues
South Coast Venues
Southern Highlands Venues
Sydney Venues
Same Sex Venues in the Blue Mountains
1. St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Capacity: 100
- Location: 1029 Saint Albans Road, Saint Albans, NSW
- Reception Venues: Outdoors, ground floor
St Joseph's Guesthouse is a unique, non-denominational wedding venue built in the ruins of a 160 year old church. These days, the 5 bedroom retreat serves as an inclusive wedding venue where you can stay with up to 10 guests for 3 days or longer. There is a function space on the ground floor, and you can get married under the original church bell.
Having restored this beautiful building with his own hands, Steve the owner is excited to see how couples of all backgrounds and orientations utilise the spaces. Gay weddings, cultural diverse weddings and marriages of couples from all different backgrounds are excitedly welcomed here.
As St Joseph's is a day time venue with a 7pm curfew, Steve invites you to the private dining area at the family's local pub for evening celebrations. The next day, choose one of the many gathering areas both inside and outside of the guesthouse for a recovery bunch and relax in the plunge pool overlooking stunning country views.
2. Collits Inn
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 101 Hartley Vale Rd, Hartley Vale, NSW 2790
- Reception Venues: Pierce's Barn
Collits Inn is a 50 acre property with a gorgeous heritage barn and spectacular mountain views. This same-sex friendly wedding venue is the perfect country location for relaxed weekend weddings and offers packages that include venue hire, catering & drinks + 2 nights accommodation for up to 12 guests in the luxury Inn.
3. Burnham Grove Estate
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 332 Cawdor Rd, Cawdor, NSW 2570
- Wedding Venues: Garden Marquee, Barn, Gardens, Croquet Lawn
Burnham Grove Estate is an LGBT-friendly wedding venue on the border of Sydney & the Blue Mountains. Stunning manicured gardens are the centrepiece of this all-in-one ceremony and reception venue that offers both all-inclusive and BYO wedding packages. A heritage homestead provides accommodation for 6 onsite.
4. Secret Creek Cafe
- Capacity: 70 Seated. 150 Cocktail.
- Location: 35 Crane Rd, Lithgow, NSW 2790
- Wedding Venues: Cafe & deck, lawns, sanctuary
Secret Creek Cafe is a vegan eatery and inclusive wedding venue that is welcoming of all gay and lesbian weddings. Located within a 200 acre native wildlife sanctuary, this picturesque and quaint property is one of the most unique ceremony and reception venues in the Blue Mountains.
5. Chapel Hill Retreat
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 36 Berambing Crest, Berambing, NSW 2758
- Wedding Venues: Chapel, bush cathedral, lawns, function room
Chapel Hill Retreat is a gay friendly wedding location with one heck of a view. There are several ceremony and reception venues to choose from including gardens, a non-denominational chapel and a hall with a great blank canvas to style as preferred. All-inclusive wedding packages come with the option to hire 7 onsite cottages.
6. Ding Dang Doo Ranch
- Capacity: 50
- Location: 7 Bowen Mountain Rd, Grose Vale, NSW 2753
- Wedding Venues: 2x barns, lake
Ding Dang Doo Ranch is a relatively new wedding venue that specialises in affordable small weddings and elopements. The owners are very excited to celebrate same sex weddings on the property. You can hire this 30 acre horse ranch for intimate ceremonies and receptions plus there's 2 farm houses available for bookings onsite.
7. The Retreat at Wisemans Ferry
- Capacity: 200
- Location: 5564 Old Northern Rd, Wisemans Ferry, NSW 2775
- Reception Venues: Riverbend Restaurant, marquee & lawns
The Retreat at Wisemans Ferry is a budget-friendly wedding venue on the Hawkesbury River. With ceremonies and receptions on the riverbank, 54 hotel rooms plus tennis & golf facilities onsite, this picturesque spot is ideal for a weekend stay with family and friends. All inclusive wedding packages are affordably priced from $95 per person.
8. Spicers Sangoma Retreat
- Capacity: 60
- Location: 70 Grandview Ln, Bowen Mountain, NSW 2753
- Wedding Venues: Restaurant & grounds
Spicers Sangoma Retreat is a small gay friendly wedding venue with 6 luxury and unique suites that provide the perfect setting for an intimate wedding weekend. Surrounded by native Australian bush and owner catered, the retreat offers a serene setting for private, intimate and exclusive wedding ceremonies and receptions.
9. Australian Botanic Gardens Mount Annan
- Capacity: 200
- Location: 362 Narellan Rd, Mount Annan, NSW 2567
- Wedding Venues: Event Centre, Lakeside Pavilion, Marquee, Gardens
The Australian Botanic Gardens in Mount Annan is a listed venue in several same sex wedding directories. The gardens offer a choice of ceremony locations which you can hire without a reception package. Indoor and outdoor reception venues cater for all wedding sizes.
10. Seclusions Blue Mountains
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 209 Martins Rd, Rydal, NSW 2790
- Wedding Venues: Barn, Boat Shed, Amphitheatre
Seclusions is a 20 acre country property that proudly supports gay marriage on its stunning landscape. Ceremony venues include a unique circular amphitheatre with expansive views across the Blue Mountains countryside. 6 Luxurious spa cabins with ample spacing between set the scene for a romantic and intimate wedding in a private location for the weekend.
Same Sex Venues in Byron Bay
11. Forget Me Not Farm
- Capacity: 30 - 250
- Location: 589 Coopers Shoot Rd, Coopers Shoot, NSW 2479
- Wedding Venues: Marquee, Long Table
Forget Me Not Farm is a very private wedding venue on a working cattle farm near Byron Bay. The location is synonymous with gay and lesbian weddings and the photos are always stunning! Aside from picturesque farm land there's also award winning gardens that are well suited to outdoor and marquee ceremonies and receptions. Accommodation onsite.
12. The Earthhouse
- Capacity: 120
- Location: 334 James Gibson Rd, Corndale, NSW 2480
- Wedding Venues: Farm, Earthhouse
Uniquely made of rammed earth, the Earthhouse is a 110 acre farm that warmly welcomes same sex weddings in the Byron Bay hinterland. The ceremony and reception venues offer spectacular views of the surrounding countryside and there's a B&B onsite. One venue hire fee enables you to bring your own wedding vendors and choose from recommended caterers.
13. Ardeena Events
- Capacity: 130
- Location: 515 Carool Rd, Carool, NSW 2486
- Wedding Venues: Farm, Undercover Pavilion
Sitting 1,100 feet above sea level, Ardeena Events is a picturesque wedding ceremony and reception venue with spectacular hinterland and ocean views. This DIY venue is the ideal location for outdoor wedding receptions catered by food trucks and mobile bars. Wedding packages include access to 9 guest rooms. Ardeena recently undertook a same sex wedding styled shoot to attract LGBT weddings to the venue.
Same Sex Venues on the Central Coast
14. Fernbank Farm
- Capacity: 140
- Location: 756 Yarramalong Rd, Wyong Creek, NSW 2259
- Wedding Venues: Marquee, Arbor, Lake
Fernbank Farm is a spacious and modern ceremony and reception venue with two heritage homesteads that you can stay & swim at for the weekend. Choose to get married lakeside or under the unique arbour amidst the venue's 25 acres of stunning gardens. The majestic reception marquee adds a touch of prestige to this ambient wedding location.
Same Sex Venues in the Hunter Valley
15. Greystone Estate
- Capacity: 32 - 110
- Location: 617 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Wedding Venues: Open Air Pavilion, House, Function Room
Greystone Estate is a luxury self-contained property located in the centre of the Hunter. Set on 10 park-like acres of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens, 32 guests can stay onsite for a luxury weekend away celebrating with family & friends.
The property features a purpose-built open air pavilion for wedding ceremonies and there's a function room for receptions of up to 110 guests. For smaller weddings the Main House has gathering space in indoor & outdoor areas suitable for cocktail or sit down celebrations as well as pre & post wedding events. A private chef & onsite wedding concierge are on hand for the duration of your stay.
16. Chateau Elan Resort
- Capacity: 170
- Location: Vintage Dr, Rothbury, NSW 2320
- Wedding Venues: Chapel, Rotunda, 2 Reception Venues, Bar
Chateau Elan is an LGBT friendly resort that offers wedding and elopement packages for ceremonies & receptions of any size. The immaculately manicured grounds include a sandstone non-denominational chapel with a courtyard which is ideal for small outdoor receptions. A luxurious day spa, pool, golf course and spacious villas offer the perfect setting for a weekend away with family and friends.
17. Cypress Lakes Hunter Valley Resort
- Capacity: 2 - 900
- Location: 15 Thompsons Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Reception Venues: Poolside Marquee, Ballroom, Restaurant
Cypress Lakes is a luxury resort in the heart of the Hunter Valley's Pokolbin wineries. In addition to 12+ ceremony and reception venues, the resort's 25 acres offer a championship 18 hole golf course, swimming pools, tennis courts, day spa, two restaurants & bars. Expect stunning views, sprawling vineyards and hotel & villa rooms for 100+ guests.
18. Enzo Weddings Hunter Valley
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 694 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Wedding venues: Winery, Chapel, Restaurant
The chapel at Enzo is one of the Hunter Valley's crowning jewels. With floor to ceiling glass windows that look out over rows of picturesque grape vines, Enzo is the ideal spot for an all-weather winery ceremony. Receptions are held in the restaurant which is an intimate space that can be styled around the feature sandstone pillars. All inclusive wedding packages start at $195/pp and there's an onsite cottage available to book.
19. Estate Tuscany
- Capacity: 300
- Location: Mistletoe Ln &, Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Wedding Venues: Restaurant, Courtyard
Estate Tuscany is a stunning ceremony and reception venue with views across the vines to the Brokenback Ranges. The relaxed location and spectacular scenery make this estate one of the most popular spots in NSW for outdoor weddings. Tuscan style hotel rooms provide accommodation for 80 and the 2 onsite eateries can cater meals for the duration of your stay.
20. Bimbadgen Estate
- Capacity: 50 - 300
- Location: 409 Palmers Ln, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Reception Venues: Restaurant, Marquee, Outdoors
Bimbadgen Estate is a picturesque vineyard and popular location for same sex weddings. Ceremony venues include hilltop spots with stunning mountain views or an intimate pontoon between lush vines. 3 self contained cottages sleep 20 guests onsite.
21. Peterson House
- Capacity: 30 - 200
- Location: 2457 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Reception Venues: Restaurant, Marquee, Chapel
Located in the centre of the Hunter Valley, Peterson House offers a choice of ceremony and reception venues depending on the size of your guest list. Choose from the gardens or architecturally designed Peterson House Chapel for your wedding ceremony. The chapel can be transformed into a unique location for small wedding receptions of up to 40 guests.
22. Redleaf Wollombi
- Capacity: 12 - 250
- Location: 2480 Wollombi Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Reception Venues: Courtyard, Marquee, Garden House
Redleaf Wollombi is an expansive 100 acre country retreat featuring a 6 bedroom luxury homestead and Tuscan courtyard at its centrepiece. The estate offers a choice of garden ceremony and reception venues including popular outdoor 'long table' or marquee weddings. A very private and intimate location that is welcoming of couples in all denominations.
23. The Woodhouse Wollombi
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 2674 Paynes Crossing Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Wedding Venues: Barn, Grounds
The Woodhouse at Wollombi is a 100 acre country venue that offers the ultimate secluded setting for private ceremonies and receptions. With a picturesque lake, surrounding bushland and historic barn-stay that sleeps 16, The Woodhouse is the ideal location to stay for the weekend or extended mid-week weddings. DIY & BYO wedding packages include exclusive use of the property.
24. Adams Peak Country Estate & The Barn
- Capacity: 180
- Location: 66 Adams Peak Rd, Broke, NSW 2330
- Reception Venues: Barn, Hay Shed
Adams Peak Country Estate is an all-in-one pet friendly wedding venue with a love is love ethos. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the entire property, the two barns and 2 nights luxury accommodation for 24 people. Weddings at Adams Peak are private, serene and enjoy extensive regional views over the Hunter Valley countryside.
25. Wallalong House
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 76 Wallalong Rd, Wallalong, NSW 2320
- Reception Venues: Marquee
With a majestic Indian Tent that features marble bars and polished floors, Wallalong House is an off-the-beaten-track wedding venue with a touch of country luxury. This LGBTQI+ friendly venue has a stunning spot under a 200 year old fig tree where you can exchange vows with picturesque views of the Hunter Valley country side all around you. Stay the weekend with 19 of your nearest and dearest.
26. Stonehurst Cedar Creek
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 1840 Wollombi Rd, Cedar Creek, NSW 2325
- Wedding Venues: Poplar Grove, Wine Cellar, Barn
Stonehurst Cedar Creek is a 550 acre ceremony and reception venue immersed in bush, vineyards and farm land. Gay and lesbian weddings are proudly welcomed at this private and budget friendly location where you can invite up to 30 of your guests to stay over in 7 cottages. Glamping is also an option.
27. Goosewing Cottage
- Capacity: 20
- Location: 1194 Mount View Rd, Mount View, NSW 2325
- Wedding Venues: Ceremony Platform
This LGBTQI+ wedding venue is the perfect place for small weddings and elopements with its maximum capacity of 20 wedding guests. The property features a cute ceremony platform with a roof in a paddock surrounded by stunning views where you can exchange vows and pop champagne. All inclusive elopement packages are available Mon - Thur from $2,290 and there's an eco friendly cottage and homestead onsite.
Same Sex Venues in the Illawarra
28. Seacliff House
- Capacity: 180
- Location: 139 Princes Hwy, Gerringong, NSW 2534
- Reception Venues: Barn
Seacliff House is a popular all-in-one wedding venue with same sex couples. Situated in a lush farmland location with views to the ocean, the property offers outdoor ceremonies and wedding receptions and a light-filled event space in a purpose built barn. Accommodation available including in a brand new luxury farmhouse.
29. The Sebel Harbourside Kiama
- Capacity: 200
- Location: 31 Shoalhaven St, Kiama, NSW 2533
- Wedding Venues: Garden, Marquee, Function Room
The Sebel Hotel on the Kiama Harbour is a stunning garden and waterfront location for couples of all denominations to get married. Affordable wedding packages start from $119/pp and the entire guest list can stay at the hotel overnight.
Same Sex Venues in Newcastle
30. Stanley Park
- Capacity: 200
- Location: 77 Fullerton Cove Rd, Fullerton Cove, NSW 2318
- Wedding Venues Grounds, Barn
Stanley Park is a large heritage estate on the waterfront in Newcastle. The expansive grounds are an ideal location for outdoor ceremonies and long table receptions and there's a large barn onsite for indoor wedding receptions. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the grounds and there's places to stay onsite for 15 guests.
31. 48 Watt St
- Capacity: 300
- Location: 48 Watt St, Newcastle, NSW 2300
- Wedding Venues: Church, 2 Halls
48 Watt St is a popular wedding venue with same sex couples and is conveniently located within walking distance of the Newcastle foreshore. There are 3 wedding venues onsite including Main Hall pictured above, White Hall - a modern blank canvas venue, and The Atrium which is a light filled break out space ideal for pre-dinner canapes or cocktail weddings.
Same Sex Venues on the North Coast
32. Longview Farm
- Capacity: 120
- Location: 95 Longview Cl, Caffreys Flat, NSW 2424
- Wedding Venues: Rotating House, Barn
We don't have a same sex wedding to show you at Longview Farm yet but this all-in-one ceremony and reception venue is a regular listing in LGBT wedding directories. Centred around a luxury rotating house where small weddings are well suited, the farm offers riverfront locations for wedding ceremonies and a barn for larger receptions. Wedding packages include multi-day venue hire with late curfew and optional glamping.
33. Villa Vivante
- Capacity: 120
- Location: 111A Bruxner Park Rd, Korora, NSW 2450
- Reception Venues: Villa
Villa Vivante is one of the most exclusive wedding venues in NSW. The French-inspired hilltop estate boasts stunning 180 degree ocean views, absolute privacy and all-inclusive wedding packages that come with a dedicated planner.
34. Valhalla
- Capacity: 12 - 150
- Location: 3834 Nelson Bay Rd, Bobs Farm NSW 2316
- Reception Venues: Restaurant
Valhalla is an affordable, family owned wedding venue, restaurant and bar on working farmland in Anna Bay. Warmly welcoming of same sex weddings, Valhalla at The Spruce Estate is a picturesque spot to get married and stay the weekend with accommodation for 15 onsite. An ideal location for a destination wedding near Port Stephens.
Same Sex Venues in the Riverina
35. Kimo Estate
- Capacity: 200
- Location: 1218 Nangus Rd, Nangus, NSW 2722
- Reception Venues: Grain Shed
Kimo Estate is a property to get lost on. The 7,000 acre working farm and same sex friendly wedding venue has a choice of eco huts and cottages to stay at the weekend. It's also a pet friendly ceremony venue. Rustic receptions are held in the 115 year old high ceiling, tin walled grain shed.
36. Cottontail Wines
- Capacity: 40 - 175
- Location: 562 Pattersons Rd, Eunanoreenya, NSW 2650
- Wedding Venues: Restaurant & Cafe
Cottontail Wines is a 100 acre vineyard and LGBT+ wedding venue with landscaped gardens and uninterrupted country views. All inclusive + ceremony only wedding packages available & choice of two reception spaces.
Same Sex Venues on the South Coast
37. Figbird Cottage
- Capacity: 150+
- Location: 330 Comerong Island Rd, Terara, NSW 2540
- Reception Venues: Gardens, Marquee
Figbird Cottage is one of the most relaxed same sex wedding venues on the South Coast. The picturesque English gardens and surrounding farm land are a peaceful setting for festival or marquee weddings and the grounds are ideal for food trucks and drink carts. Venue hire starts at $4,500 and you can hire the property for the day or 3 days/2 nights with cottage accommodation for 8 guests onsite.
38. The Cove Jervis Bay
- Capacity: 200
- Location: Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay, NSW 2540
- Reception Venues: Beach, Garden, Function Room
Fancy a wedding weekend with all your favourite peeps? The Cove in Jervis Bay is an exclusive-use, luxury wedding venue with its own private beach and accommodation to sleep up to 126 guests. Very welcoming of LGBTQI+ weddings, this beachfront getaway offers grass or sand ceremonies and is one of the most scenic coastal wedding venues on the South Coast.
39. The Woods Farm
- Capacity: 200
- Location: Bayly Road, Tomerong, NSW 2540
- Wedding Venues: Chapel, Shed
The Woods Farm is a 40 acre wedding destination with accommodation for 120 guests onsite in cottages and glamping tents. The property features a unique bush chapel and stunningly refurbished wedding shed, both resplendent with chandeliers and seemingly straight out of a fairytale.
Same sex weddings are very much welcomed here, both by the owners and the menagerie of farm animals who'll take as many cuddles as you've got to offer. There's plenty for everyone to do here for the weekend too. From cricket pitches and football fields to oversized lawn games to filling your camera roll with insta worthy photos and reels.
40. Driftwood Shed
- Capacity: 100
- Location: 111 Terara Rd, Terara, NSW 2540
- Wedding Venues: Marquee, Lawn
Driftwood Shed is a relaxed ceremony and reception venue on the Shoalhaven River 5 minutes from Nowra. The location features a private jetty, boat ramp, rustic 100 year old shed and manicured lawns that offer plenty of space for photos and frivolities. Affordable wedding packages.
41. Terara Park Farm
- Capacity: 50 - 180
- Location: 174 Millbank Rd, Terara, NSW 2540
- Wedding Venues: Dam, Barn
Terara Park Farm is a 22 acre horse farm with a picturesque dam and converted indoor arena barn that stands apart with its feature neon lighting. Warmly welcoming of same sex weddings, Terara Park Farm is ideal for laid back waterfront ceremonies and rustic wedding receptions. 4 units are available to sleep 12 guests onsite.
42. Terara Riverside Gardens
- Capacity: 120
- Location: 135 Terara Rd, Terara, NSW 2540
- Reception Venues: Barn, Greenhouse, Marquee
With 5 acres of manicured grounds on the Shoalhaven River, Terara Riverside Gardens is an idyllic location for outdoor ceremonies and wedding receptions. The property features lots of great spots for group photos and couple portraits with the jetty a particular favourite for intimate couple shots. The Greenhouse is perfect for small wedding receptions & popular with same sex elopements.
43. Kullindi Homestead
- Capacity: 20 - 200
- Location: Booderee National Park, Ellmoos Rd, Jervis Bay, NSW 2540
- Wedding Venues: Marquee, Lawns
Kullindi Homestead is an historic wedding venue with spacious lawns on the edge of Sussex Inlet waterway. An invitation to plan same sex wedding ceremonies and receptions on the waterfront property is extended on the home page of Kullindi's website. Stay the weekend in five self-contained units, plus there's plenty of space for glamping.
44. Worrowing Estate
- Capacity: 180
- Location: 81 The Wool Rd, Worrowing Heights, NSW 2540
- Wedding Venues: Barn, Shed, Gardens, Lake
Worrowing is a 250 acre coastal wedding venue with 12+ ceremony & reception venues from which to choose your ideal settings. Weddings centre around manicured gardens or the property's dam around which, boat sheds & wilderness huts provide unique accommodation for 40 wedding guests.
45. Paperbark Camp
- Capacity: 100
- Location: 571 Woollamia Rd, Woollamia, NSW 2540
- Reception Venues: Tree-top Bunyah
Paperbark Camp is an eco-friendly wedding venue featured in several same sex wedding directories. The unique property boasts a tree-top restaurant, bush or waterfront ceremony locations and safari tents to sleep up to 40 guests. Exclusive weekend hire available with accommodation bookings.
46. Bewong River Retreat
- Capacity: 60 - 130
- Location: 2395 Princes Hwy, Bewong, NSW 2540
- Wedding Venues: Barn, Marquee, Lawns
In temperate South Coast bushland, Bewong River Retreat offers 160 private acres to hire for your exclusive use. There have been several LGBT wedding ceremonies and receptions here, with its' open lawns and scenic riverfront location making it a popular place to tie the knot. Stay the weekend with up to 38 family & friends and add glamping tents if you want to increase the party.
47. Oaklands Event Centre
- Capacity: 300
- Location: 3546 Princes Hwy, Pambula, NSW 2549
- Wedding Venues: All inclusive wedding packages from $70 per person
Oaklands Event Centre had a same sex wedding back in 2019 and they're keen to invite many more LGBT couples to the venue. The barn is one of the larger wedding venues on the South Coast but there's another beer barn onsite which is perfect for smaller weddings. The cute farm has petting animals and there's a homestead onsite where you can get married in the garden before wandering past a couple of donkeys to party in your barn of choice.
Same Sex Venues in the Southern Highlands
48. Mali Brae Farm
- Capacity: 10 - 110
- Location: 562 Nowra Rd, Moss Vale, NSW 2577
- Wedding Venues: Hay Shed, Luxe-Rustic Barn, Gardens
Mali Brae Farm is a boutique wedding venue on 90 private acres. There are 6 ceremony locations to choose from including landscaped gardens with extensive regional views. Reception venues include an elegantly transformed hay shed which retains its rustic origins & the luxe Augustine's Room with capacity of 10 - 55 for elopements and small weddings. If wedding photos are a priority you'll love Mali Brae Farm, there's loads of gorgeous spots to canoodle while your photographer does their thing.
49. Growwild Wildflower Farm
- Capacity: 50 - 100
- Location: 916 Old Hume Hwy, Alpine, NSW 2575
- Wedding Venues: Gardens, marquee, micro barn
Growwild Wildflower Farm was recently taken over by young couple Jane & Lukas who were married on the farm themselves. In keeping with the DIY nature of the property they welcome all couples to celebrate their love amongst the romantic wildflowers in whatever shape, style & format that you fancy.
50. Fitzroy Inn
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 1 Ferguson Cres, Mittagong, NSW 2575
- Wedding Venues: Guest House, Marquee
Fitzroy Inn is an historic guest house that provides an elegant and intimate setting for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Same sex weddings are welcomed to this 5 acre piece of paradise where you can choose from a grand marquee setting or the flexible guest house which has 3 spaces to utilise for your ceremony, reception and dining. Manicured gardens provide a gorgeous spot for photos and there's boutique accommodation for 30 guests on the pet friendly property.
51. Bendooley Estate
- Capacity: 250
- Location: 3020 Old Hume Hwy, Berrima, NSW 2577
- Wedding Venues: Stables, Book Barn
Bendooley Estate is a grand property, home to the headquarters of Berkelouw Books. Hence, one of the reception venues to choose from here is a book-lined barn which has a lovely intimate feel. The other reception venue is the impressive Stables, a purpose built high-ceiling barn with massive cathedral style glass windows. If you're looking to make an impressions, weddings at Bendooley are certainly spectacular.
Same Sex Venues in Sydney
52. Beachside Dojo
- Capacity: 150
- Location: 2/55 N Steyne, Manly, NSW 2095
- Wedding Venues: Deck, Private Dining Rooms, Restaurant
Beachside Dojo is a Hampton's style wedding venue on Sydney's iconic Manly Beach. There are three reception venues to choose from including private dining rooms that cater for intimate wedding receptions of 20 - 80 guests. If you want a beach wedding without the sand, the deck at Beachside Dojo is the perfect place to tie the knot.
53. Ovolo Woolloomooloo
- Capacity: 30 - 300
- Location: 6 Cowper Wharf Roadway, Woolloomooloo, NSW 2011
- Wedding Venues: 3 Ceremony + Reception Venues
Ovolo Woolloomooloo posted this photo on their social media pages with the words "looking forward to hosting the most fabulous weddings" last year, although we haven't been able to find an example of a same sex wedding ceremony or reception at the venue yet. Maybe you'll be the first. Expect creative spaces & unique package inclusions (gum balls & snow cone machines) at this heritage-listed waterfront location.
54. Athol Hall
- Capacity: 200
- Location: 2 Athol Wharf Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Wedding Venues: Beach, Lawn, Hall
Athol Hall was part of a giveaway in 2019 offering a free wedding to a same sex couple hence its inclusion in this list of same sex wedding venues. This all-in-one waterfront property has a private beach on Sydney Harbour and features a blank canvas reception venue with harbour views.
55. The Freedom Hub Ethical Weddings
- Capacity: 100 seated, 150 cocktail
- Location: 283 Young St, Waterloo, NSW 2017
- Wedding Venues: Warehouse
Aside from being an LGBT friendly wedding venue, The Freedom Hub is also an urban space that contributes to a purpose. The large industrial style venue & cafe supports people who have experienced modern day slavery or human trafficking. The blank canvas is perfect to style as your own and all-inclusive or BYO wedding packages are available.
56. Chiswick
- Capacity: 70 seated, 70 cocktail
- Location: 65 Ocean St, Woollahra, NSW 2025
- Wedding Venues: Private Dining, Restaurant, Garden
Matt Moran's Chiswick is an all-in-one ceremony and reception venue that's particularly ideal for foodie weddings. The gardens provide a picturesque setting for ceremonies and canapes, and there's a semi-private dining room that seats up to 40 guests or the main dining room available for exclusive hire. The signature cocktails come highly recommended.
57. Three Williams Cafe
- Capacity: 70 seated, 120 cocktail
- Location: 613A Elizabeth St, Redfern, NSW 2016
- Wedding Venues: Restaurant
- Receptions: Wedding packages from $110/pp + venue hire fee from $1,500
Three Williams Cafe has an urban warehouse vibe and a lovely intimate atmosphere. The space is perfectly suited to small sit down weddings or cocktail receptions and wedding packages are very budget-friendly by Sydney standards.
58. Kittyhawk
- Capacity: 110 seated, 175 cocktail
- Location: 16 Phillip Ln, Sydney, NSW 2000
- Wedding Venues: Multiple Rooms
Kittyhawk is a French restaurant, cocktail bar and a favourite venue for LGBT weddings in the centre of Sydney's CBD district. Spaces are themed around the liberation of Paris in 1944. The unique function venues are just as suitable for small weddings and elopements as they are for larger weddings.
59. University of Sydney
- Capacity: 10 - 500
- Location: Camperdown, NSW 2006
- Wedding Venues: Choice of ceremony venues
- Receptions: Catering packages by HostCo
Sydney University boasts a number of ceremony spaces within its grounds and a choice of reception venues that enjoy all the character and charm of the location's heritage. From the grand Refectory seating up to 500 to the Chancellor's Room that seats up to 25, the University of Sydney caters for all same sex weddings big and small.
And there you have 59 amazingly awesome same sex wedding venues in NSW. Now all that's left to do is enquire with your favourites to see if they're available on your preferred wedding date. Use the enquiry form on any listing above to request a copy of their wedding packages too.
And since you know that all of these ceremony and reception venues are LGBT friendly, you can expect warm and welcoming responses and probably a few overly excited ones too. Happy planning!
Cover Image: Yasmina Nadine Photography